A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-07-17
Summary:

Priscilla Dean, famous in the cinema world for her acting in 'The Flame of Life,' plays the role of a beautiful queen of the underworld in a Universal picture styled 'White Tiger,' which opened at the Queen's Theatre last night and will be shown till Saturday night.…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-07-18
Summary:

Just what an 'automatic chess player' is will be explained to those who, as yet, have not availed themselves of the opportunity to see the Universal screen classic, 'The White Tiger,' which will be presented at the Queen Theatre. Priscilla Dean is the star and local cinema…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-03-16
Summary:

Viewing such a motion picture as Richard Barthelmess' new starring vehicle, 'The Bright Shawl,' which began an engagement at the Queen's Theatre last night, one instinctively recalls his previous productions for purposes of comparison. 'Tol'able David' was a…

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Headline: The Queen's
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-06-03 - 1925-06-04
Summary:

Richard Barthelmess and Henry King make 'Sonny' as fine an achievement as 'Tol'able David' showing Friday, June 5th.

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-06-03 - 1925-06-14
Summary:

If you have seen 'Tol'able David,' you will want to see 'Sonny,' Friday, June 5th.

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-06-03 - 1925-06-03
Summary:

Today and tomorrow only at 2.30, 5.00, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., Lillian Gish, the big little star of 'Way Down East' in her greatest and latest triumph, 'The White Sister' in 11 reels. With special musical score. Friday, June 5th, Richard Barthelmess in 'Sonny,' great as…

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-06-04 - 1925-06-04
Summary:

Today only at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., Lillian Gish in her greatest and latest triumph, 'The White Sister' in 11 parts. Tomorrow at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Lucille Anderson in latest dances and comedy. Also Richard Barthelmess in 'Sonny,' a First National picture in 7…

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Headline: The Queen's
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-06-05 - 1925-06-05
Summary:

Another great picture to equal 'Tol'able David,' Richard Barthelmess in George V. Hobert's big play, 'Sonny.' Also Lucille Anderson in latest dances and comedy acts. Today and tomorrow only at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m.

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-06-05 - 1925-06-05
Summary:

Today and tomorrow, June 5th and 6th at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Richard Barthelmess, the star of 'Tol'able David' in 'Sonny,' directed by Henry King of 'Tol'able David' and 'The White Sister' fame. Also Lucille Anderson in latest dances and comedy.…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-06-05
Summary:

Motion picture fans, who have come to expect the unusual in character delineation from Richard Barthelmess, are said to be in for more splendid entertainment when 'Sonny,' the latest production to be made for Associated First National Pictures, Inc., comes to the Queen's Theatre…

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-06-06 - 1925-06-06
Summary:

Today only at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Richard Barthelmess, the star of 'Tol'able David' in 'Sonny,' directed by Henry King. Also Lucille Anderson in latest dances and comedy acts. Tomorrow at 6.00, 7.15 and 9.15, Richard Barthelmess in 'Sonny' in 7 parts.

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-06-06 - 1925-06-06
Summary:

Today only at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Richard Barthelmess in George V. Hobart's drama of motherless-manhood, 'Sonny,' presented by Inspiration Pictures, Inc, Chas. H. Duell. Also today only, special engagement of Lucille Anderson in latest dances and comedy acts. Prices of admission:…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-06-06
Summary:

When 'Broken Blossoms' appeared, we hailed Dick [sic] Barthelmess, the actor. With 'Tol'able David,' we acclaimed a new star. But with 'Sonny,' his latest picture, which opened yesterday at the Queen's, we announce the arrival of an actor of ability in…

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-06-08 - 1925-06-08
Summary:

Today only at all shows, First National Pictures presents Richard Barthelmess in George V. Hobart's remarkable drama of motherless-manhood, directed by Henry King of 'Tol'able David' and 'The White Sister' fame, 'Sonny.' Also Screen Snapshots No. 8, '…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-07-31 - 1925-07-31
Summary:

Tomorrow, Hongkong's biggest theatre comes into its own! Hereafter, First National, United Artists, Paramount, Metro and Goldwyn will contribute their finest photoplays to the Queen's, together with the super-productions of Pathe, Warner Bros. and Universal. The latest Gaumont and…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-10-07 - 1925-10-07
Summary:

Harold Lloyd in his latest and greatest full-length super-comedy, 'Hot Water.' Recently shown with tremendous success at the Tivoli. Proclaimed on all sides to be the famous comedian's greatest fun film. Book your seats in advance and assist the box office in coping with the…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-10-08 - 1925-10-09
Summary:

Today till Saturday, Harold Lloyd in his latest super comedy, 'Hot Water.' Added attraction: our own Topical Film with September news from home; 'Felix in Fairyland'; ‘Our Gang' in 'Derby Day'; 'Memories' in Prizma Colour; Professor Gonzales and the…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-10-08
Summary:

Harold Lloyd introduces a new type of light motor car to the screen in his latest comedy, 'Hot Water,' showing today at the Queen's Theatre. He is the sole creator, the inventor, and the producer. It is the 'Butterfly Six,' and is the centre of one of the swiftest and…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-10-09 - 1925-10-09
Summary:

That's what they are saying about the present offering at the Queen's. Harold Lloyd in 'Hot Water' would be sufficient to draw record crowds—but there are other big attractions as well! Hal Roach's Rascals in 'Derby Day,' a screaming funny ‘Our Gang'…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-10-09
Summary:

The chief item on the programme is Harold Lloyd, always funny in finding his way out of scrapes and misfortunes. In 'Hot Water,' Lloyd outdoes himself and thanks to the support of good cast, he gives the audience full value for their money.